Patent Agent Mechanical or Related Field

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Patent Agent in Boston, MA to prepare and prosecute patent applications, conduct patent-related research and lead inventor meetings. The role supports matters before the USPTO and contributes to patent strategy development.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field, registration to practice before the USPTO, and 4–6 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience with strong written and oral communication

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in conducting patent-related research.
• Ability to lead and manage inventor meetings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct thorough patent-related research.
• Lead meetings with inventors to discuss patent strategies.
• Assist in proceedings before the USPTO.
• Engage in personal interviews with USPTO examiners.
• Appear before the Board of Appeals.

Skills

Strong writing and oral advocacy

Patent-related research

Lead inventor meetings

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Boston, MA. The role involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications, conducting research, and leading inventor meetings. The candidate will assist with matters before the USPTO and engage in patent strategy development.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct thorough patent-related research.
• Lead meetings with inventors to discuss patent strategies.
• Assist in proceedings before the USPTO.
• Engage in personal interviews with USPTO examiners.
• Appear before the Board of Appeals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field required; graduate degree a plus.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required.
• Four to six years of patent drafting and prosecution experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.

Certifications

Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

• Strong writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in conducting patent-related research.
• Ability to lead and manage inventor meetings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available.